How long should potential blood thinning medications like aspirin be stopped prior to breast augmentation?
Stop taking aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) at least one week before your breast augmentation surgery. Certain herbal supplements like Vitamin E, as well as alcohol, can also increase bleeding risk, and should be stopped before your procedure. Ask your surgeon for specific instructions about when you can have your last alcoholic beverage. Make sure your plastic surgeon has a complete list of all medications that you currently take. He or she will be able to advise you about which are safe and which are risky, as well as when you should stop taking them. For more information, visit our A to Z list of medications to avoid before surgery.
